

In the bustling station, I waited alone
A small bag in hand, holding a simple bun
Sitting quietly at the bench's edge
I breathed in deep, tuning out the world
A stranger sat beside me, saying nothing
He looked my way—then reached for my bread
Tore a piece and took a bite
"What is this? How rude can someone be?"
I whispered angry thoughts inside
"He just took my food without a word!"
But I said nothing aloud
And oddly, I took another bite myself
He smiled gently and broke the last piece in two
Without a word, he offered it my way
I frowned but took it from his hand
Something felt... off
As the train announcement echoed, I rose to leave
I walked away, no thanks, just silence
Took my seat, opened my bag - and froze
There it was. My untouched bread, still sealed
The thief was me
I hadn't seen the kindness in his gesture
I was the one who mistrusted him
It was me who had been truly rude
I remember his smile - the man who shared without a word
Next time I share something with someone
I want to say "thank you," without suspicion
Maybe then, I'll make the world a bit more kind
She didn't speak, just took what I gave
Left without thanks - but something in her eyes felt familiar
I wasn't expecting anything back
I just wanted to share this little piece of bread
If only we could trust each other's hearts
Maybe the world wouldn't feel so cold
And now—I want to pass that kindness forward
Later, my mother told me softly:
"That man who shared his bread that day…
That was your father."
A tiny miracle, born from one loaf
Misunderstanding turned into connection
True encounters begin quietly
In moments of unexpected kindness
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A Duty Without Return
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Light Once More
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The Real Thief
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Inspired by J-pop, anime, and classic JRPGs, We are crafting emotional, cinematic melodies that blend nostalgia with storytelling-music that feels like a journey beyond worlds.
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Justin Otani
Tokyo-based musician inspired by J-pop, anime, and classic JRPGs. Crafting emotional, cinematic melodies that blend nostalgia with storytelling-music that feels like a journey beyond worlds.
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